Stays in Houston

203 reviews

Luxury Uptown hotel with a pool, spa, and pet-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

The Post Oak Hotel sits in Houston's Uptown district, known for upscale shopping, and its outdoor pool is the obvious place for children to cool off in the Texas heat. Rooms have marble bathrooms, a premium bar and a Nespresso machine, a comfort parents notice after a long day. The restaurant serves American food without leaving the property, and the full-service spa and fitness center let adults take turns. Pets are accepted.

216 reviews

Downtown Houston hotel with spa, fitness center, and shuttle service

Why guests love it

The Westin Houston Downtown scores 9.4 out of 10 from 216 guests, and its address is the main reason families book it: Minute Maid Park and the George R. Brown Convention Center are just steps away, so a ball game or a convention needs no parking plan. Rooms are air-conditioned with flat-screen TVs and free WiFi, and the hotel runs a free shuttle. There is no pool in the listing, so I would book it for an event weekend rather than a swim break.

682 reviews

Historic boutique hotel in the heart of Houston's Theatre District

Why guests love it

The Lancaster Hotel is a Texas Historical Landmark and a member of Historic Hotels of America, set in Houston's Theater District. Guests rate it 9.4 out of 10 across 682 reviews. Families get a complimentary buffet breakfast, rooms with a seating area and flat-screen TV, and free WiFi. There is no pool in the listing, so it suits families with older children heading to a play, a concert or the ballet nearby. I recommend it for a cultural weekend downtown.

61 reviews

Elegant 5-star accommodation with family rooms and luxury amenities

27 reviews

Rooftop pool and comfortable rooms in the heart of downtown Houston

Why guests love it

The rooftop swimming pool is the highlight for children, a cool break from Houston's heat with views over downtown. Breakfast with fresh pastries starts the day simply, and the on-site restaurant helps in the evening. Discovery Green, with its playground, lawns and splash fountains, is about eight minutes on foot, an easy outing with kids. The guest score comes from only 27 reviews, so it is a newer record than older downtown hotels.

305 reviews

Comfortable rooms with a fitness center and EV charging near downtown Houston

Why guests love it

A 9.1 guest rating and an electric vehicle charging station make the Hampton Inn & Suites Houston East Beltway 8 a practical stop for families driving an EV. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, there is a fitness room, and the 24-hour front desk handles late check-ins. The hotel sits by Beltway 8 on the east side of Houston, so I would choose it for a road trip stopover rather than a downtown stay.

486 reviews

Boutique comfort with a pool and hot tub near Houston

Why guests love it

I would book Kompose for a Houston-area family stay that favors suites and a pool over a downtown address. Guests rate it 9.1 across 486 reviews. Suites have a kitchenette and a flat-screen TV, the outdoor pool and hot tub are on site, and a continental breakfast and a fitness room are included. It sits just off Route 290, about 30 minutes from downtown Houston, and pets are welcome.

632 reviews

All-suite comfort with free breakfast and evening reception

Why guests love it

Embassy Suites Houston-Energy Corridor gives every family a two-room suite with a separate living area and two TVs, so children can sleep while parents stay up. A cooked breakfast is included each morning, and an evening reception with drinks and snacks covers the late afternoon. The indoor pool and hot tub work in any weather. Each suite has a microwave and mini-fridge, guest laundry helps on long trips, and pets are accepted.

392 reviews

Rooftop pool, hot tub, and family-friendly comfort near NRG Park

Why guests love it

The rooftop pool is the feature I would point families to first, with a hot tub and pool bar beside it and the Houston skyline in view. Family rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, a buffet breakfast is served in the restaurant, and the outdoor fireplace gives the evening another spot to sit. Pets are welcome too. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 from 392 reviews, and I would book it for a visit near the medical center.

286 reviews

Comfortable suites with an indoor pool near The Galleria Houston

Why guests love it

Being near The Galleria Houston and Waterwall Park is what I would highlight for families at Home2 Suites At The Galleria: shopping and a free outdoor landmark are both close. Rooms have balconies, air-conditioning and free WiFi, and the indoor swimming pool is a welcome break from Houston's heat and rain. Parents can use the fitness center or relax at the bar. No breakfast or restaurant is listed in our data. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 over 286 reviews.

1,092 reviews

Hot breakfast, outdoor pool, and pet-friendly stays near the Galleria

Why guests love it

A hot breakfast included every day and rooms with a refrigerator and a microwave are what I would highlight for families at the Drury Inn & Suites Houston Galleria: mornings and snacks are handled. The outdoor pool and hot tub fill the afternoon, the fitness facility is open 24 hours, and pets are welcome. WiFi is free and every room has a flat-screen TV. Downtown Houston is about 8 miles away, so a car helps for sightseeing. An 8.9 from 1,092 reviews is an excellent score.

762 reviews

Luxury downtown hotel with a pool, hot tub, and spa

Why guests love it

Hilton Americas-Houston puts families in downtown Houston, close to dining, shopping and entertainment, so outings start right outside the door. The pool and hot tub give children a reason to head back in the afternoon, while parents can book time in the spa and wellness center. The hotel also hosts large meetings and events, so expect a busy lobby on some dates. Guests rate it 8.9 from 762 reviews, a strong score.

261 reviews

Fully furnished condos with city views, a pool, and pet-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

Fully equipped kitchens and a balcony or terrace with city views in every unit are why I would suggest The Reside Fully Furnished Condos to families staying a while in Houston. You get the space of an apartment, with an outdoor pool open all year and a sun terrace for afternoons. Pets are welcome, WiFi is free throughout, and there is a fitness center. As its name says, it also accepts guests on medical stays. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 over 261 reviews.

352 reviews

Family-friendly comfort with a pool, hot tub, and pet-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

A year-round outdoor pool with a hot tub is the feature families will use most at this Hilton Garden Inn, and the sun terrace gives parents a place to sit nearby. The on-site restaurant serves American food, which makes dinner simple after a long day. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, and pets are accepted. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 from 352 reviews, a good score for west Houston.

605 reviews

Five-star comfort with a year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace

Why guests love it

A year-round outdoor pool is the first thing I would mention to families at Comfort Suites near Sam Houston Race Park: in Houston's climate, children can swim in almost any month. The daily continental breakfast handles mornings without a separate stop, and the sun terrace gives parents somewhere to sit while kids play. A 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals after a long drive. There is also a fitness centre and a lounge. An 8.8 score from 605 reviews is very good.

178 reviews

Family-friendly apartments with a spa, fitness center, and prime downtown location

Why guests love it

Rusk House Serviced Apartments offers recently renovated family rooms with a private bathroom, a microwave and free WiFi. A fitness center, a restaurant, a bar and a lounge are on site, and a spa and wellness area adds a calmer option. Discovery Green Park is less than 1 km away and the George R. Brown Convention Center is a short walk. Pets are welcome. Guests rate it 8.8 from 178 reviews.

91 reviews

Comfortable rooms, outdoor pool, and free bikes in Houston

Why guests love it

I would pick Fairfield Inn Houston Northwest/Willowbrook for a family that likes an active start to the day. Guests rate it 8.8 across 91 reviews. Bicycles are available free of charge, there is an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center, and an American buffet breakfast is served daily. An on-site restaurant saves a drive in the evening, and rooms are air-conditioned with free WiFi.

576 reviews

Family-friendly comfort with an outdoor pool and complimentary breakfast

Why guests love it

Holiday Inn Express Houston South Medical Center Area is well placed for a family day at the Houston Zoo or a game at NRG Stadium, both within easy reach. The outdoor pool helps children cool off in the Texas heat, and breakfast is included each morning. Rooms have a microwave and a refrigerator, handy for snacks and baby bottles, plus a flat-screen TV. There is also a fitness center. Guests rate it 8.7 from 576 reviews.

344 reviews

Pet-friendly suites with kitchenettes, a pool, and shuttle service

Why guests love it

Kitchen facilities in the rooms are the main help for families at this Home2 Suites, especially on a longer stay around the Houston medical center. The outdoor pool is open year-round, and the outdoor fireplace gives the evening a calm spot to sit. A shuttle service and on-site parking make getting around simpler, and pets are accepted. Rooms are air-conditioned with free WiFi. Guests rate it 8.7 out of 10 from 344 reviews.

165 reviews

Comfortable rooms, outdoor pool, and complimentary breakfast in Houston

Why guests love it

Hampton Inn Houston/Brookhollow has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a work desk and a flat-screen TV. Each room adds a refrigerator, a tea and coffee maker and a sofa bed, so a family can keep drinks cold and spread out. An outdoor swimming pool and a fitness room cover the leisure side, and a complimentary American buffet breakfast is served daily. Guests rate it 8.5 from 165 reviews.

664 reviews

Family-friendly hotel with an indoor pool and pet-friendly accommodations

Why guests love it

An indoor swimming pool means children can swim at the La Quinta by Wyndham Houston Channelview whatever the weather, and the family rooms give everyone space. A daily buffet breakfast is included, there is a fitness room and a sun terrace, and rooms are air-conditioned. The hotel is pet-friendly too. Channelview lies east of central Houston, so I would choose it for families who travel by car and want a relaxed base outside downtown.

330 reviews

Family-friendly suites with kitchenettes, a pool, and a hot tub

Why guests love it

Kitchenettes in the family rooms are the useful feature here, letting parents prepare simple meals instead of eating out every night in the Spring area north of Houston. The outdoor pool is open year-round with a hot tub, and pets are accepted. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, a lounge and fitness center are on site, and the front desk runs 24 hours. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 from 330 reviews.

514 reviews

Modern comfort with a pool, hot tub, and shuttle to key Houston areas

Why guests love it

A complimentary shuttle to the Texas Medical Center and NRG Park is the main reason I would suggest Courtyard Houston Medical Center/NRG Park to families: whether you are visiting a relative in hospital or going to an event at NRG Park, nobody has to drive or park. The pool and hot tub give children a break afterwards, and rooms have a compact refrigerator and coffee machine. The in-house restaurant and bar keep dinner simple. An 8.4 score from 514 reviews is very good.

370 reviews

Luxury downtown hotel with a rooftop pool and spa services

Why guests love it

The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown sits a short walk from Toyota Center and on the Houston MetroRail line, so families can reach other parts of the city without a car. The rooftop pool is the highlight for children, with views over downtown, and parents have a spa and an on-site restaurant. Rooms have city views, espresso makers and in-room tablets, and pets are welcome. Guests rate it 8.4 from 370 reviews.

244 reviews

Comfortable stay with a seasonal pool and shuttle service near the Medical Center

Why guests love it

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites works as a base near the Medical Center. A seasonal outdoor pool gives children somewhere to burn energy, while parents can use the fitness center, and the on-site bar and restaurant save a trip out after a long day. A free shuttle service helps with getting around the area, and pets are welcome. A spa and wellness area completes the offer. Guests rate it 8.4 from 244 reviews.

717 reviews

Modern comfort next to The Galleria with pet-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

The Galleria Mall is right next door to Hyatt Place Houston Galleria, which I see as its main appeal for families: shops, food courts and indoor entertainment are a short walk away, useful when Houston's heat or rain keeps everyone inside. The on-site restaurant and bar make a simple dinner easy, and pets are accepted, so the family dog can come. Rooms have a flat-screen TV and complimentary toiletries. An 8.2 score from 717 reviews is good.

118 reviews

Modern comfort near The Galleria with a large pool and dining options

Why guests love it

I would pick the JW Marriott for a Houston stay built around shopping at The Galleria. It is a block from the shopping area, and guests rate it 8.2 across 118 reviews. A large outdoor pool area, two restaurants and a fitness center with cardio equipment and free weights are on site, and free WiFi is included. It is more of an upscale base than a family-resort one.

165 reviews

Family-friendly suites with kitchenettes, a pool, and pet-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

Residence Inn by Marriott Houston I-10 West/Park Row gives every family room a kitchenette, and a continental and American breakfast is served daily, so meals are easy to manage with children. Guests rate it 8.2 out of 10 across 165 reviews. The outdoor pool and sun terrace fill the afternoons, free bicycles get older children moving, and the minimarket covers forgotten snacks. Pets are welcome and private parking is free. I would book it as a practical family base on Houston's west side.

554 reviews

Comfortable stay with a pool, hot tub, and complimentary breakfast

Why guests love it

Best Western Plus North Houston Inn and Suites has soundproofed rooms, a real help when children need an early night. The seasonal outdoor pool and the hot tub give everyone a place to relax after a day out, and there are spa and wellness facilities for parents. An American buffet breakfast is included, rooms come with a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, and a fitness center is on site. Guests rate it 8.2 from 554 reviews.